Deliciously Spiced Apple Cider Muffins with Cinnamon Streusel
Indulge in these warm and flavorful Apple Cider Muffins, featuring a delightful cinnamon streusel topping that adds both sweetness and texture. Perfect for cozy mornings or as a sweet treat throughout the day, these muffins are easy to prepare and made with simple ingredients. The combination of juicy apple cider and warm spices creates a comforting flavor that will remind you of fall in every bite. Share them with family and friends, or enjoy them with your morning coffee!
12
Servings
192
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1 3/4 cups (sifted)
granulated sugar
1/3 cup (none)
baking powder
2 teaspoons (none)
salt
1/4 teaspoon (none)
egg
1 (beaten)
apple cider
3/4 cup (or apple juice)
cooking oil
1/4 cup (none)
packed brown sugar
1/3 cup (none)
all-purpose flour (for streusel)
3 tablespoons (none)
ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons (none)
cold butter
3 tablespoons (cubed)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly oil twelve 2 1/2-inch muffin cups or line them with paper baking cups.
2
In a small bowl, prepare the streusel by combining the brown sugar, 3 tablespoons flour, and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon. Mix well and then cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
3
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 3/4 cups flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
4
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, combine the beaten egg, apple cider (or juice), and cooking oil. Pour this mixture into the well of the flour mixture and stir gently just until moistened; be careful not to overmix. The batter should remain lumpy.
5
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the batter into each prepared muffin cup. Sprinkle about 1 teaspoon of the streusel mixture over the batter in each cup. Top each one with the remaining batter, filling them to about 3/4 full. Finish by sprinkling the remaining streusel mixture generously over the tops.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7
Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool slightly in the pans before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
8
Fat
29
Carbs
2.5
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main flavor of these Apple Cider Muffins?
The muffins feature a comforting flavor combination of juicy apple cider and warm spices like cinnamon.
How many muffins does this recipe produce?
This recipe is designed to make 12 delicious muffins.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
You should preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
How should I prepare the muffin tin?
Lightly oil twelve 2 1/2-inch muffin cups or line them with paper baking cups.
What are the ingredients for the cinnamon streusel?
The streusel consists of packed brown sugar, 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon, and 3 tablespoons of cold cubed butter.
How do I achieve the right texture for the streusel?
Cut the cold butter into the dry streusel ingredients using a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
What dry ingredients are needed for the muffin batter?
The batter requires 1 3/4 cups of sifted all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
What wet ingredients are used in the batter?
The wet ingredients include 1 beaten egg, 3/4 cup apple cider (or apple juice), and 1/4 cup cooking oil.
Can I substitute apple juice for apple cider?
Yes, the recipe allows for the use of apple juice if apple cider is unavailable.
What is the best way to mix the wet and dry ingredients?
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients, pour in the wet mixture, and stir gently just until moistened.
Should the muffin batter be completely smooth?
No, the batter should remain lumpy; be careful not to overmix it.
How do I layer the batter and streusel in the cups?
Spoon 1 tablespoon of batter into each cup, sprinkle 1 teaspoon of streusel, top with remaining batter, and finish with a final sprinkle of streusel.
How full should each muffin cup be?
The muffin cups should be filled to about 3/4 full.
How long should the muffins bake?
Bake the muffins for approximately 20 minutes.
How can I tell when the muffins are finished baking?
They are done when they are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How should I cool the muffins?
Let them cool slightly in the pans before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
How many calories are in one Apple Cider Muffin?
Each muffin contains approximately 192 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 8 grams of fat per muffin.
How many carbohydrates are in a single muffin?
Each muffin has about 29 grams of carbohydrates.
What is the protein content of these muffins?
One muffin provides 2.5 grams of protein.
Is the flour for the batter prepared in a specific way?
Yes, the 1 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour should be sifted.
What type of brown sugar is used for the topping?
The recipe specifies using packed brown sugar for the cinnamon streusel.
How much baking powder is required?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of baking powder.
What is the purpose of the cinnamon streusel?
The streusel adds both sweetness and a delightful texture to the muffins.
Is there salt in the recipe?
Yes, 1/4 teaspoon of salt is included in the dry ingredients.
Can these muffins be served for breakfast?
Yes, they are perfect for cozy mornings or as a sweet treat throughout the day.
What kind of oil should be used?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of standard cooking oil.
How much flour is added specifically to the streusel mixture?
The streusel mixture uses 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour.
Does the recipe use a whole egg?
Yes, it uses one whole egg that has been beaten.
Are these muffins easy to make?
Yes, they are described as easy to prepare and made with simple ingredients.